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View Gallery80 minutes by bus from the Shimo Ichiguchi station bound for Dorogawa Onsen. Get off at final stop, 5 minutes walk. 50 minutes by taxi from Kintetsu Shimo Ichiguchi station.. 70 minutes by car from Kashihara last point on Minami Hanna expressway.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.